Clinical drug

24 HR fesoterodine fumarate 4 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet

4 MG · Extended Release Oral Tablet · oral

A form of fesoterodine

24 HR fesoterodine fumarate 4 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet — Drugs for urinary frequency and incontinence. INDICATIONS AND USAGE Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of: Overactive bladder (OAB) in adults with sympt

24 HR fesoterodine fumarate 4 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet

Active ingredient

Classification

Drugs for urinary frequency and incontinence

Drug interactions

Fesoterodine has several drug interactions, particularly with antimuscarinic drugs and CYP3A4 inhibitors.

  • moderateantimuscarinic agents — may increase the frequency and/or severity of dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, and other anticholinergic effects
  • majorstrong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin) — increased exposure to the active metabolite 5-HMT
  • moderatemoderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., fluconazole, erythromycin, diltiazem, verapamil, grapefruit juice) — no clinically relevant effect on fesoterodine pharmacokinetics
  • moderateCYP2D6 inhibitors — increased exposure to the active metabolite in poor metabolizers
  • unknownwarfarin — no significant effect on the pharmacokinetics or anticoagulant activity of warfarin

Indications

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of: Overactive bladder (OAB) in adults with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency. ( 1.1 ) 1.1 Adult Overactive Bladder Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) in adults with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency. Pediatric use information is approved for Pfizer Inc.’s TOVIAZ ® (fesoterodine fumarate) extended-release tablets. However, due to Pfizer Inc.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information. 1.1 Adult Overactive Bladder Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) in adults with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency. Pediatric use information is approved for Pfizer Inc.’s TOVIAZ ® (fesoterodine fumarate) extended-release tablets. However, due to Pfizer Inc.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information.

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION OAB in Adults: The recommended starting dosage is 4 mg orally once daily. Based upon individual response and tolerability, increase to the maximum dosage of 8 mg once daily. ( 2.1 ) NDO in Pediatric Patients 6 Years and Older: Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg: The recommended dosage is 4 mg orally once daily. If needed, dosage may be increased to 8 mg orally once daily. (2.2) Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 35 kg: The recommended starting dosage is 4 mg orally once daily. After one week, increase to 8 mg orally once daily. (2.2) Adult or Pediatric Patients with Renal Impairment: Refer to the full prescribing information for recommended dosage. (2.3, 2.4) Dosage Modifications Due to Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Refer to the full prescribing information for recommended dosage. ( 2.5 ) Administration: Swallow whole with liquid. Do not chew, divide, or crush. Take with or without food. ( 2.6 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage for Adult Patients with OAB The recommended starting dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in adults is 4 mg orally once daily. Based upon individual response and tolerability, increase to the maximum dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg once daily. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ). 2.2 Recommended Dosage for Pediatric Patients Aged 6 Years and Older with NDO Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are 4 mg orally once daily. If needed, dosage may be increased to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily. For administration instructions, s ee Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ). Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 35 kg The recommended starting dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are 4 mg orally once daily. After one week, increase to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6) . 2.3 Recommended Dosage in Adult Patients with Renal Impairment The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in adult patients with renal impairment is described in Table 1 [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 )]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ). Table 1 Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets Recommended Dose in Adult Patients with Renal Impairment (Administered Orally Once Daily) Estimated Creatinine Clearance 1 Recommended Dose CLcr 30 to 89 mL/min 8 mg CLcr 15 to 29 mL/min 4 mg CLcr <15 mL/min 4 mg 1 Calculate CLcr using the Cockcroft-Gault formula 2.4 Recommended Dosage in Pediatric Patients with Renal Impairment Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pediatric patients with renal impairment weighing greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg is described in Table 2 [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6)]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ) . Table 2 Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets Recommended Dose in Pediatric Patients Aged 6 Years and Older Weighing Greater Than 25 kg and up to 35 kg With Renal Impairment (Administered Orally Once Daily) 1 Estimate GFR using a validated GFR estimating equation for the pediatric age range of the approved indication. 2 Dosing was derived assuming similar proportional effects of renal impairment in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older. Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) 1 Recommended Dose 2 eGFR 30 to 89 mL/min/1.73m 2 4 mg eGFR 15 to 29 mL/min/1.73m 2 Use is Not Recommended eGFR <15 mL/min/1.73m 2 or requiring dialysis Use is Not Recommended Pediatric Patients weighing greater than 35 kg The recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pediatric patients with renal impairment weighing greater than 35 kg is described in Table 3 [see Use in Specific Populations ( 8.6 )]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ) . Table 3 Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets Recommended Dose in Pediatric Patients Aged 6 Years and Older Weighing Greater Than 35 kg With Renal Impairment (Administered Orally Once Daily) 1 Estimate GFR using a validated GFR estimating equation for the pediatric age range of the approved indication. 2 The recommended starting dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are 4 mg orally once daily. After one week, increase to the recommended dosage of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 8 mg orally once daily. 3 Dosing was derived assuming similar proportional effects of renal impairment in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older. Estimated GFR 1 Recommended Dose 3 eGFR 30 to 89 mL/min/1.73m 2 8 mg 2 eGFR15 to 29 mL/min/1.73m 2 4 mg eGFR <15 mL/min/1.73m 2 or requiring dialysis Use is Not Recommended 2.5 Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets Dosage Modifications Due to Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors Adult Patients with OAB The maximum recommended dosage is fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg orally once daily in adult patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )]. For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ). Pediatric Patients with NDO Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets in pediatric patients weighing greater than 25 kg and up to 35 kg and taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is not recommended [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ) . Pediatric Patients Weighing Greater than 35 kg The maximum recommended dosage is fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets 4 mg orally once daily in pediatric patients weighing greater than 35 kg and taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.2 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . For administration instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ) . 2.6 Administration Instructions Swallow fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets whole with liquid. Do not chew, divide, or crush. Take with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )].

Warnings

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Angioedema: Promptly discontinue fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets and provide appropriate therapy. ( 5.1 ) Urinary Retention: Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are not recommended in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction because of the risk of urinary retention. ( 5.2 ) Decreased Gastrointestinal Motility: Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are not recommended for use in patients with decreased gastrointestinal motility, such as those with severe constipation. ( 5.3 ) Worsening of Narrow Angle Glaucoma: Use fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets with caution in patients being treated for narrow-angle glaucoma. ( 5.4 ) Central Nervous System Effects: Somnolence has been reported with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets. Advise patients not to drive or operate heavy machinery until they know how fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets affects them. ( 5.5 ) Worsening of Myasthenia Gravis Symptoms: Use fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis. ( 5.6 ) 5.1 Angioedema Angioedema of the face, lips, tongue, and/or larynx has been reported with fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets. In some cases, angioedema occurred after the first dose; however, cases have been reported to occur hours after the first dose or after multiple doses. Angioedema associated with upper airway swelling may be life-threatening. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with a known or suspected hypersensitivity to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets or any of its ingredients [see Contraindications ( 4 )]. If involvement of the tongue, hypopharynx, or larynx occurs, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets should be promptly discontinued and appropriate therapy and/or measures to ensure a patent airway should be promptly provided. 5.2 Urinary Retention in Adult Patients with Bladder Outlet Obstruction The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets, like other antimuscarinic drugs, in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction, including patients with urinary retention, may result in further urinary retention and kidney injury. The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets is not recommended in patients with clinically significant bladder outlet obstruction, and is contraindicated in patients with urinary retention [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. 5.3 Decreased Gastrointestinal Motility Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are associated with decreased gastric motility. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with gastric retention [see Contraindications ( 4 )]. The use of fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are not recommended in patients with decreased gastrointestinal motility, such as those with severe constipation. 5.4 Worsening of Narrow-Angle Glaucoma Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets can worsen controlled narrow-angle glaucoma. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma [see Contraindications ( 4 )]. Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets should be used with caution in patients being treated for narrow-angle glaucoma. 5.5 Central Nervous System Effects Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are associated with anticholinergic central nervous system (CNS) adverse reactions [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. A variety of CNS anticholinergic effects have been reported, including headache, dizziness, and somnolence. Patients should be monitored for signs of anticholinergic CNS effects, particularly after beginning treatment or increasing the dose. Advise patients not to drive or operate heavy machinery until they know how fesoterodine fumarate affects them. If a patient experiences anticholinergic CNS effects, fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered. 5.6 Worsening of Myasthenia Gravis Symptoms Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis due to the risk of worsening of symptoms of the disease.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS Fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets are contraindicated in patients with any of the following, known or suspected hypersensitivity to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets or any of its ingredients, or to tolterodine tartrate tablets or tolterodine tartrate extended-release capsules [s ee Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.1 ) ]. Reactions have included angioedema [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ]. urinary retention [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] gastric retention [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) ] • Known or suspected hypersensitivity to fesoterodine fumarate extended-release tablets or any of its ingredients or to tolterodine tartrate tablets or tolterodine tartrate extended-release capsules. ( 4 ) • Urinary retention ( 4 ) • Gastric retention ( 4 ) • Uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma. ( 4 )

Mechanism of action

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.1 Mechanism of Action Fesoterodine is a competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist. After oral administration, fesoterodine is rapidly and extensively hydrolyzed by nonspecific esterases to its active metabolite, 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine, which is responsible for the antimuscarinic activity of fesoterodine. Muscarinic receptors play a role in contractions of urinary bladder smooth muscle. Inhibition of these receptors in the bladder is presumed to be the mechanism by which fesoterodine produces its effects. 12.2 Pharmacodynamics In a urodynamic study involving patients with involuntary detrusor contractions, the effects after the administration of fesoterodine on the volume at first detrusor contraction and bladder capacity were assessed. Administration of fesoterodine increased the volume at first detrusor contraction and bladder capacity in a dose-dependent manner. These findings are consistent with an antimuscarinic effect on the bladder. Cardiac Electrophysiology The effect of fesoterodine 4 mg and 28 mg on the QT interval was evaluated in a double-blind, randomized, placebo- and positive-controlled (moxifloxacin 400 mg once a day) parallel trial with once-daily treatment over a period of 3 days in 261 male and female subjects aged 44 to 65 years. Electrocardiographic parameters were measured over a 24-hour period at pre-dose, after the first administration, and after the third administration of study medication. Fesoterodine 28 mg was chosen because this dose, when administered to CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers, results in an exposure to the active metabolite that is similar to the exposure in a CYP2D6 poor metabolizer receiving fesoterodine 8 mg together with CYP3A4 blockade. Corrected QT intervals (QTc) were calculated using Fridericia’s correction and a linear individual correction method. Analyses of 24-hour average QTc, time-matched baseline-corrected QTc, and time-matched placebo-subtracted QTc intervals indicate that fesoterodine at doses of 4 and 28 mg/day did not prolong the QT interval. The sensitivity of the study was confirmed by positive QTc prolongation by moxifloxacin. In this study, conducted in subjects aged 44 to 65 years, fesoterodine fumarate was associated with an increase in heart rate that correlates with increasing dose. When compared to placebo, the mean increase in heart rate associated with fesoterodine 4 mg/day and fesoterodine 28 mg/day was 3 beats/minute and 11 beats/minute, respectively. In the two, phase 3, placebo-controlled studies in adult patients with overactive bladder, the mean increases in heart rate compared to placebo were 3 to 4 beats/minute in the fesoterodine 4 mg/day group and 3 to 5 beats/minute in the fesoterodine 8 mg/day group. 12.3 Pharmacokinetics Absorption After oral administration, fesoterodine is well absorbed. Due to rapid and extensive hydrolysis by nonspecific esterases to its active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine, fesoterodine cannot be detected in plasma. Bioavailability of the active metabolite is 52%. After single or multiple-dose oral administration of fesoterodine in doses from 4 mg to 28 mg, plasma concentrations of the active metabolite are proportional to the dose. Maximum plasma levels are reached after approximately 5 hours. No accumulation occurs after multiple-dose administration. A Summary of pharmacokinetic parameters for the active metabolite after a single dose of fesoterodine fumarate 4 mg and 8 mg in extensive and poor metabolizers of CYP2D6 is provided in Table 8. Table 8: Summary of Geometric Mean [CV] Pharmacokinetic Parameters for the Active Metabolite After a Single Dose of fesoterodine fumarate 4 mg and 8 mg in Extensive and Poor CYP2D6 Metabolizers Fesoterodine fumarate 4 mg Fesoterodine fumarate 8 mg Parameter EM (N=16) PM (N=8) EM (N=16) PM (N=8) C max (ng/mL) 1.89 [43%] 3.45 [54%] 3.98 [28%] 6.90 [39%] AUC 0-tz (ng*h/mL) 21.2 [38%] 40.5 [31%] 45.3 [32%] 88.7 [36%] t max (h) a 5 [2 to 6] 5 [5 to 6] 5 [3 to 6] 5 [5 to 6] t 1/2 (h) 7.31 [27%] 7.31 [30%] 8.59 [41%] 7.66 [21%] EM = extensive CYP2D6 metabolizer, PM = poor CYP2D6 metabolizer, CV = coefficient of variation; C max = maximum plasma concentration, AUC 0-tz = area under the concentration time curve from zero up to the last measurable plasma concentration, t max = time to reach C max , t 1/2 = terminal half-life a Data presented as median (range) Effect of Food There is no clinically relevant effect of food on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine. In a study of the effects of food on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine in 16 healthy male volunteers, concomitant food intake increased the active metabolite of fesoterodine AUC by approximately 19% and C max by 18% [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) ] . Distribution Plasma protein binding of the active metabolite is low (approximately 50%) and is primarily bound to albumin and alpha-1-acid glycoprotein. The mean steady-state volume of distribution following intravenous infusion of the active metabolite is 169 L. Metabolism After oral administration, fesoterodine is rapidly and extensively hydrolyzed to its active metabolite. The active metabolite is further metabolized in the liver to its carboxy, carboxy-N-desisopropyl, and N-desisopropyl metabolites via two major pathways involving CYP2D6 and CYP3A4. None of these metabolites contribute significantly to the antimuscarinic activity of fesoterodine. Variability in CYP2D6 Metabolism A subset of individuals (approximately 7% of Caucasians and approximately 2% of African Americans) are poor metabolizers for CYP2D6. C max and AUC of the active metabolite are increased 1.7- and 2-fold, respectively, in CYP2D6 poor metabolizers, as compared to extensive metabolizers. Excretion Hepatic metabolism and renal excretion contribute significantly to the elimination of the active metabolite. After oral administration of fesoterodine, approximately 70% of the administered dose was recovered in urine as the active metabolite (16%), carboxy metabolite (34%), carboxy-N-desisopropyl metabolite (18%), or N-desisopropyl metabolite (1%), and a smaller amount (7%) was recovered in feces. The terminal half-life of the active metabolite is approximately 4 hours following an intravenous administration. The apparent terminal half-life following oral administration is approximately 7 hours. Pharmacokinetics in Specific Populations Geriatric Patients Following a single 8 mg oral dose of fesoterodine, the mean (±SD) AUC and C max for the active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine in 12 elderly men (mean age 67 years) were 51.8 ± 26.1 h*ng/mL and 3.8 ± 1.7 ng/mL, respectively. In the same study, the mean (±SD) AUC and C max in 12 young men (mean age 30 years) were 52.0 ± 31.5 h*ng/mL and 4.1 ± 2.1 ng/mL, respectively. The pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were not significantly influenced by age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5) ] . Gender Following a single 8 mg oral dose of fesoterodine, the mean (±SD) AUC and C max for the active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine in 12 elderly men (mean age 67 years) were 51.8 ± 26.1 h*ng/mL and 3.8 ± 1.7 ng/mL, respectively. In the same study, the mean (±SD) AUC and C max in 12 elderly women (mean age 68 years) were 56.0 ± 28.8 h*ng/mL and 4.6 ± 2.3 ng/mL, respectively. The pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were not significantly influenced by gender. Race The effects of Caucasian or Black race on the pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were examined in a study of 12 Caucasian and 12 Black African young male volunteers. Each subject received a single oral dose of 8 mg fesoterodine. The mean (±SD) AUC and C max for the active metabolite 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine in Caucasian males were 73.0 ± 27.8 h*ng/mL and 6.1 ± 2.7 ng/mL, respectively. The mean (±SD) AUC and C max in Black males were 65.8 ± 23.2 h*ng/mL and 5.5 ± 1.9 ng/mL, respectively. The pharmacokinetics of fesoterodine were not significantly influenced by race. Renal Impairment In patients with

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